Cambridge International Examinations

Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level

PHYSICS 9702/02
Paper 2 AS Level Structured Questions For Examination from 2016
SPECIMEN MARK SCHEME
1 hour 15 minutes

MAXIMUM MARK: 60

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1 (a) (i) V units: m3 (allow metres cubed or cubic metres) A1 [1]

(ii) Pressure units: kg m s−2 / m2 (allow use of P = ρgh) M1

Units: kg m−1 s−2 A0 [1]

(b) V / t units: m3 s−1 B1

Clear substitution of units for P, r 4 and l M1
πPr 4 kgm−1 s− 2 m4
C= =
8Vt −1l m3 s−1 m
Units: kg m−1 s−1 A1 [3]
(8 or π in final answer max. 2. Use of dimensions max. 2.)
[Total: 5]

2 (a) shape and orientation correct and forces labelled and arrows correct B1
angles correct/labelled B1 [2]

(b) (i) T cos 18° = W C1

T = 520 / cos 18° = 547 N (Scale diagram: allow ± 20 N) A1 [2]

(ii) R = T sin 18°

= 169 N A1 [1]

(c) θ is larger hence cosθ is smaller (T = W / cos θ) M1

hence T is larger A0 [1]

[Total: 6]

3 (a) work done is the force × the distance moved / displacement in the direction of the force
or
work is done when a force moves in the direction of the force B1 [1]

(b) component of weight = 850 × 9.81 × sin 7.5° C1

= 1090 N A1 [2]
(no credit for use of incorrect trigonometrical function)

(c) (i) Σ F = 4600 − 1090 (= 3510) M1

deceleration = 3510 / 850 A1
= 4.1 m s−2 A0 [2]

(ii) v 2 = u 2 + 2as
0 = 252 + 2 × (−4.1) × s C1
s = 625 / 8.2
= 76 m A1 [2]
(allow full credit for calculation of time (6.05 s) and then s)

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(iii) 1. kinetic energy = ½ mv 2 C1

= 0.5 × 850 × 252
= 2.7 × 105 J A1 [2]
2. work done = 4600 × 75.7
= 3.5 × 105 J A1 [1]

(iv) difference is the loss in potential energy (or equivalent wording) B1 [1]

[Total: 11]

4 (a) torque is the product of one of the forces M1

and the perpendicular distance between the forces A1 [2]

(b) (i) torque = 8 × 1.5 = 12 (N m) A1 [1]

(ii) there is a resultant torque (there is no resultant force) M1

(the rod rotates) and is not in equilibrium A1 [2]

[Total: 5]

5 (a) (i) I1 = I2 + I3 B1 [1]

(ii) I=V/R or I2 = 12 / 10 (= 1.2 A) C1

R = [1/6 + 1/10]−1 [total R = 3.75 Ω] or I3 = 12 / 6 (= 2.0 A) C1
I1 = 12 / 3.75 = 3.2 A or I1 = 1.2 + 2.0 = 3.2 A A1 [3]

(iii) power = VI or I 2R or V 2 / R C1
power in wire I 2R V I2 V2 / R
x= = 22 w or or 2 w C1
power in series resistors I3 Rs V I3 V / Rs
x = 12 × 1.2 / 12 × 2.0 = 0.6(0) allow 3 / 5 or 3:5 A1 [3]

(b) p.d. BC: 12 – 12 × 0.4 = 7.2 (V) / p.d. AC = 4.8 (V) C1

p.d. BD: 12 – 12 × 4 / 6 = 4.0 (V) / p.d. AD = 8.0 (V) C1
p.d. = 3.2 V A1 [3]

[Total: 10]

6 (a) extension is proportional to force (for small extensions) B1 [1]

(b) (i) point beyond which (the spring) does not return to its original length
when the load is removed B1 [1]

(ii) gradient of graph = 80 N m−1 A1 [1]

(iii) work done is area under graph / ½ Fx / ½ kx 2 C1

= 0.5 × 6.4 × 0.08 = 0.256 J (allow 0.26 J) A1 [2]

[Total: 5]

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7 (a) (i) amplitude = 7.6 mm (allow 7.5 mm) A1 [1]

(ii) 180° / π rad A1 [1]

(iii) v=f×λ
= 15 × 0.8 C1
= 12 m s−1 A1 [2]

(b) (i) zero (rad) A1 [1]

(ii) antinode: maximum amplitude

node: zero amplitude / displacement A1 [1]

(iii) 3 A1 [1]

(iv) horizontal line through central section of wave B1 [1]

[Total: 8]

8 (a) the observed frequency is different to the emitted frequency when there is
relative motion between the source and observer B1 [1]

(b) (i) f = fsv / (v ± vs) C1

= (880 × 340) / (340 – 44) = 1010 Hz A1 [2]

(ii) f = (880 × 340) / (340 + 44) = 780 Hz A1 [1]

[Total: 4]

9 (a) hadrons (or baryons) B1 [1]

(b) 1p
1 → 10 n + 01 β+ + νe
One mark for each correct term on RHS B3 [3]

(c) up up down B1 [1]

(d) an up changes to a down B1 [1]

[Total: 6]

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Categorisation of marks

The marking scheme categorises marks on the MACB scheme.

B marks: These are awarded as independent marks, which do not depend on other marks. For a
B-mark to be scored, the point to which it refers must be seen specifically in the candidate’s answer.

M marks: these are method marks upon which A-marks (accuracy marks) later depend. for an M-mark
to be scored, the point to which it refers must be seen in the candidate’s answer. If a candidate fails to
score a particular M-mark, then none of the dependent A-marks can be scored.

C marks: these are compensatory method marks which can be scored even if the points to which they
refer are not written down by the candidate, providing subsequent working gives evidence that they
must have known it. For example, if an equation carries a C-mark and the candidate does not write
down the actual equation but does correct working which shows he/she knew the equation, then the
C-mark is awarded.

A marks: These are accuracy or answer marks which either depend on an M-mark, or allow a C-mark
to be scored.

Conventions within the marking scheme

BRACKETS
Where brackets are shown in the marking scheme, the candidate is not required to give the bracketed
information in order to earn the available marks.

UNDERLINING
In the marking scheme, underlining indicates information that is essential for marks to be awarded.

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Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level

PHYSICS 9702/03
Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills For Examination from 2016
SPECIMEN MARK SCHEME
2 hours

MAXIMUM MARK: 40

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1 (a) Value of I recorded with consistent unit. [1]

(b) Six sets of readings of I and R scores 5 marks; five sets scores 4 marks etc. [5]
Major help from Supervisor –2 (setting up apparatus). Minor help from Supervisor –1.

Range of R includes 2.5 Ω and 40 Ω. [1]

Column headings: [1]

Each column heading must contain a quantity and a unit.
The presentation of quantity and unit must conform to accepted scientific convention,
e.g. 1/I /A−1. Do not allow 1/I (A).

Consistency: [1]
All values of I must be given to the same number of decimal places.

Significant figures: [1]

Significant figures for every row of values of 1/I same as or one greater than I as
recorded in table. Accept three or four s.f. only.

Calculation: [1]
All values of 1/I calculated correctly.

(c) (i) Axes: [1]

Sensible scales must be used, no awkward scales (e.g. 3:10).
Scales must be chosen so that the plotted points occupy at least half the graph
grid in both x and y directions
Scales must be labelled with the quantity that is being plotted.
Scale markings should be no more than three large squares apart.

Plotting of points: [1]

All observations in the table must be plotted.
Diameter of points must be ≤ half a small square (no “blobs”).
Work to an accuracy of half a small square.

Quality: [1]
All points in the table must be plotted (at least 5) for this mark to be awarded.
Scatter of points must be less than 0.1 m−1 from a straight line on the 1/I axis.

(ii) Line of best fit: [1]

Judge by balance of all points on the grid about the candidate’s line (at least 5 points).
There must be an even distribution of points either side of the line along the full length.
Allow one anomalous point only if clearly indicated (i.e. circled or labelled) by the
candidate.
Line must not be kinked or thicker than half a small square.

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(iii) Gradient: [1]

The hypotenuse of the triangle must be at least half the length of the drawn line.
Both read-offs must be accurate to half a small square in both the x and y directions.
The method of calculation must be correct.

y-intercept: [1]
Either:
Correct read-off from a point on the line and substituted into y = mx + c.
Read-off must be accurate to half a small square in both x and y directions.
Or:
Correct read-off of the intercept directly from the graph.

(d) Value of E = 1/(candidate’s gradient). [1]

Value of r = E × (candidate’s intercept) or
Value of r = (candidate’s intercept) / (candidate’s gradient) [1]

(e) Line Z drawn with smaller gradient and same y-intercept. [1]

[Total: 20]

2 (a) Measurement of mass of salt and container A. [1]

Measurement of mass of salt and container B. [1]
Measurement of mass of empty container. [1]
Correct calculation of mA and mB by subtraction of mass of container. [1]

(b) (i) Measurement of tA. [1]

(ii) Measurement of tB. [1]

Repeated measurements taken (here or in (i)). [1]

Quality: tB = 2tA ± 10%. [1]
(Do not allow this mark if the stopwatch has been misread.)

(c) Absolute uncertainty in tA in the range 0.1–0.4 s. If repeated readings have been taken, then
the absolute uncertainty can be half the range provided this is not zero. Correct method of
calculation to get percentage uncertainty. [1]

(d) (i) One mass flow rate calculated correctly. [1]

Second mass flow rate calculated correctly and a correct unit (g s–1 or kg s−1), consistent
with candidate’s working. [1]

(ii) Sensible comment relating to the calculated mass flow rates, testing against a criterion
specified by the candidate. [1]

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(e) (i) Relevant points might include: [4]

Two readings are not enough to draw a valid conclusion.

Difficulty with removing finger and starting the stopwatch at the same time.
Length of pipe at bottom of funnel may affect results.
Salt may contain ‘lumps’ which affect the flow rate.
Moisture content of salt may affect flow rate.
Hard to see the point at which all the salt has passed out of the container.
Human error in starting/stopping the stopwatch.
Salt sticks to the sides of the funnel.

(ii) Relevant points might include: [4]

Take many readings and plot a graph of the results.

Use greater masses of salt to increase t.
Greater masses reduce uncertainty in t.
Use mechanical method (joined to timer) to start the flow.
Use light gates to determine when salt ceases to pass out of the hole.
Use of a second person fully explained.

Do not allow “repeated readings”.

Do not allow “use a computer to improve the experiment”.

[Total: 20]

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Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level

PHYSICS 9702/03
Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills For Examination from 2016
SPECIMEN CONFIDENTIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Great care should be taken to ensure that any confidential information given does not reach the
candidates either directly or indirectly.

No access to the Question Paper is permitted in advance of the examination.

If you have any problems or queries regarding these Instructions, please contact CIE
by e-mail: info@cie.org.uk,
by phone: +44 1223 553554,
by fax: +44 1223 553558,
stating the Centre number, the nature of the query and the syllabus number quoted above.

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Preparing apparatus

These Instructions detail the apparatus required for the experiments in the Question Paper. It is
essential that absolute confidentiality is maintained in advance of the examination: the contents of these
Instructions must not be revealed either directly or indirectly to candidates.

No access is permitted to the Question Paper in advance of the examination.

If you have problems or queries regarding these Instructions, please contact CIE:
by e-mail: info@cie.org.uk,
or by telephone: +44 1223 553554,
or by fax: +44 1223 553558,
stating the nature of the query and quoting the syllabus and paper numbers.

It is assumed that the ordinary apparatus of a Physics laboratory will be available.

Number of sets of apparatus

The number of sets of apparatus provided for each experiment should be 12 N, where N is the number of
candidates taking the examination. There should, in addition, be a few spare sets of apparatus available
in case problems arise during the examination.

Organisation of the examination

Candidates should be allowed access to the apparatus for each experiment for one hour only. After
spending one hour on one experiment, candidates should change over to the other experiment. The
order in which a candidate attempts the two experiments is immaterial.

Assistance to candidates
Candidates should be informed that, if they find themselves in real difficulty, they may ask the Supervisor
for practical assistance, but that the extent of this assistance will be reported to the Examiner, who may
make a deduction of marks.

Assistance should only be given:

when it is asked for by a candidate,
or as directed in the Notes sections of these Instructions,
or where apparatus is seen to have developed a fault.

Assistance should be restricted to enabling candidates to make observations and measurements.

Observations and measurements must not be made for candidates, and no help should be given with
data analysis or evaluation.

All assistance given to candidates must be reported on the Supervisor’s Report Form.

Faulty apparatus
In cases of faulty apparatus (not arising from a candidate’s mishandling) that prevent the required
measurements being taken, the Supervisor may allow extra time to give the candidate a fair opportunity
to perform the experiment as if the fault had not been present. The candidate should use a spare copy
of the Question Paper when the fault has been rectified or when working with a second set of apparatus.

Supervisor’s Report
The Supervisor should complete the Supervisor’s Report Form on pages 7 and 8 and enclose it in the
envelope containing the answers of the candidates. If more than one envelope is used, a copy of the
report must be enclosed in each envelope.

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Question 1

Apparatus requirements (per set of apparatus unless otherwise specified)

Five 10 Ω carbon film resistors (e.g. RS Components product code 131-019).

Mounted 1.5 V dry cell. See Note 1.

Digital ammeter with a range of at least 0 to 200 mA and reading to 1 mA or better.

Switch.

Two crocodile clips.

Four connecting wires.

Small tray to hold the resistors.

Notes

1 One of the 10 Ω resistors should be placed in series with the dry cell. Candidates must not be able
to make connections to the cell without including the 10 Ω resistor. If necessary, candidates should
be informed that the 10 Ω resistor is an integral part of the power supply.

2 At the changeover, the apparatus should be dismantled and laid out on the bench ready for the
next candidate to use. Four new 10 Ω resistors should be supplied.

Information required by Examiners

Sample set of numerical results, clearly labelled “Supervisor’s Results” and obtained out of sight of the
candidates.

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Question 2

Apparatus requirements (per set of apparatus unless otherwise specified)

Stand, boss and clamp.

90 g of ordinary table salt. See Note 1.

Three identical containers. 250 ml beakers would be suitable. See Note 2.

Funnel. See Note 3.

Access to a top-pan balance.

Stopwatch reading to 0.1 s or better.

Note

1 The salt must be dry and be composed entirely of small crystals. Salt that has added anti-caking
agents has been found to be suitable. It may be necessary to stir the salt for a short time to remove
any large crystals that may affect the flow rate of the salt.

2 One of the containers should be labelled A and have 30 g of salt placed in it. Another of the containers
should be labelled B and have 60 g of salt placed in it. The third container should be empty.

3 The funnel should be large enough to hold 60 g of salt. The 60 g sample of salt should pass through
the funnel in not less than 10 seconds.

4 At the changeover, the Supervisor must ensure that the mass of salt in A is 30 g, the mass of salt
in B is 60 g, and the other container is empty. The apparatus should be dismantled and laid out on
the bench ready for the next candidate to use.

Information required by Examiners

Sample set of numerical results, clearly labelled “Supervisor’s Results” and obtained out of sight of the
candidates.

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9702/03

This form should be completed and sent to the Examiner with the scripts.

SUPERVISOR’S REPORT FORM

Specimen Paper

The Supervisor’s Report should give full details of:

(a) any help given to a candidate (including the nature of the help given and the name and candidate
number of the candidate)

(b) any cases of faulty apparatus (including the nature of the problem, the action taken to rectify it, any
additional time allowed, and the name and candidate number of the candidate)

(c) any accidents that occurred during the examination

(d) any other difficulties experienced by candidates, or any other information that is likely to assist the
Examiner, especially if this information cannot be discovered in the scripts.

Cases of individual hardship, such as illness, bereavement or disability, should be reported direct to
Cambridge on the normal Special Consideration form.

Information required by Examiners

For each question, please enclose a sample set of numerical results, obtained out of sight of the
candidates and clearly labelled “Supervisor’s Results”.

Supervisor’s Report

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Supervisor’s Report (continued)

Declaration
(to be signed by the Supervisor)

The preparation of this practical examination has been carried out so as to maintain fully the security
of the examination.

Signed .........................................................

Name ...........................................................

Centre number .............................................

Name of Centre .......................................................................................................................................

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